Balancing motherhood and work in tech may sound like an impossible combination, but these women are living proof that it is. Whatever path a woman chooses is both admirable and courageous, but these women created opportunities and inspiration to those who want to dive into the male-dominated industry.

I have rounded up the eleven most notable leaders in tech that developed unique strategies to succeed in both boardrooms and playrooms.

BONUS: Melinda Gates

Co-founder Bill and Melissa Gates Foundation and former Microsoft Employee

1. Sheryl Sandberg

COO Facebook and Founder Lean In Foundation

2. Marissa Mayer, CEO Yahoo!

3. Jessica Livingston, Co-founder and Partner Y Combinator

4. Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO Space X

5. Cher Wang, Co-founder and CEO HTC

6. Susan Wojcicki, CEO Youtube

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